Engaging Businesses in Whistler’s Annual Events & Festivals

As a business in Whistler, it's important to know what events are in town so that you can take advantage of the many guests we have in the Resort during that time. With each event, ask yourself: "Is MY business ready?". Here is what's coming up:

Canada's first outdoor theatrical adventure for winter-lovers in a theatre of snow and ice constructed at Lost Lake in Whistler.

What can YOU do during this event to leverage your business?

1. Print off the NiX poster!
2. Make sure every one of your staff knows about the event. Come up with a communication plan to ensure the details are circulated amongst staff and passed on between shifts.
3. Have flyers available in your store (Tourism Whistler Street Team will be coming around with these).
4. Be sure to check out this unique outdoor snow and ice stage!
5. Talk up the event with your customers.
6. Businesses that deal in sporting clothes can familiarize yourselves with the guidelines for dressing for the show to promote your wears! Warm layers top and bottom, toque, mittens, scarf, and a blanket is a good idea.

For more information on the event, please visit: www.theonlyanimal.com

For businesses and staff who want to see the show: There are great deals for Whistler locals on January 26-28 and Feb 2-3: $25 for all tickets (50% off the best seats in the house).

Tickets: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/80178 or 1-800-838-3600

WinterPRIDE
Date: March 1-8, 2010

WinterPRIDE, Whistler Gay and Lesbian Ski Week, is a celebration of sport, culture, wellness, and entertainment.



What can YOU do during this event to leverage your business?

1. Print off the PDF ‘Welcome Sign’ to put in your store front window or point of sale area: “Welcome to Whistler. Thanks for coming out!" 
2. Make sure every one of your staff knows about the event! Come up with a communication plan to ensure the details are circulated amongst staff and passed on between shifts.
3. Have WinterPRIDE Program Guides available in your store.
4. Attend at least one of WinterPRIDE’s many events or seminars.
5. Talk up the event with your customers.
6. Show your PRIDE by decorating with pride colors at your business!
7. Get YOUR collateral in the official Welcome Bags. Contact This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it for details.
8. Participate in the official Welcome Night by renting a table top display. Contact This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it for details.
9. Donate prizes for various events and/or the volunteer wrap up. Contact This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it for details.
10. Be a part of the magic by volunteering, or encouraging your staff to volunteer! Contact This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it for details.

For more information on the event, please visit: www.gaywhistler.com